About Homes Zoned to Walnut Springs Elementary School
About Walnut Springs Elementary
Walnut Springs Elementary is part of Dripping Springs ISD, one of Central Texas' most respected school districts. DSISD has earned its reputation through consistent academic performance, a commitment to whole-child development, and a community that genuinely invests in its schools at every level. Walnut Springs serves students in kindergarten through fifth grade and draws from some of the most scenically striking neighborhoods in the Dripping Springs area. The district emphasizes gifted and talented programming, STEM integration, and fine arts education alongside strong foundational academics. Faculty at Walnut Springs are known for building meaningful relationships with students, and the school benefits from a parent community that is deeply engaged in campus life. For buyers who prioritize their children's educational environment, Walnut Springs represents one of the more compelling elementary options in the entire Austin metro. Being part of Dripping Springs ISD also means access to district-wide resources that grow with students through middle school and high school, making this zone a strong long-term choice for households at any stage of life.
TEA School Performance Data (2025)
The Texas Education Agency evaluates every public school in the state annually. Here is how Walnut Springs Elementary performed in the most recent evaluation.
| Metric |
Rating |
Score |
| Overall Rating |
B |
89/100 |
| Student Achievement |
A |
90/100 |
| School Progress |
A |
91/100 |
| Academic Growth |
A |
91/100 |
| Closing the Gaps |
B |
85/100 |
| School Detail |
Value |
| Grades Served |
EE - 05 |
| Total Enrollment |
939 students |
| Economically Disadvantaged |
12.1% |
| English Learners (EB/EL) |
4.6% |
TEA Distinctions Earned (6 of 7): ELA/Reading, Mathematics, Science, Academic Progress, Closing the Gaps, Postsecondary Readiness. Distinction designations recognize outstanding achievement in specific areas beyond the overall rating.
Rating History
TEA accountability ratings from 2019 to 2025. Ratings were suspended in 2020 and 2021 due to COVID.
| Year |
Rating |
Score |
| 2019 |
B |
83/100 |
| 2022 |
A |
90/100 |
| 2023 |
B |
87/100 |
| 2024 |
B |
89/100 |
| 2025 |
B |
89/100 |
Neighborhoods Zoned to Walnut Springs Elementary
The Walnut Springs attendance zone covers a wide and varied stretch of western Dripping Springs and the surrounding Hill Country, offering buyers a genuinely diverse range of community types, lot sizes, and home styles. Caliterra is one of the zone's premier master-planned communities, featuring resort-style amenities including a lazy river, community pools, parks, and miles of hike and bike trails. Caliterra has attracted respected builders and offers both resale and new construction across a range of home sizes, making it one of the most active and appealing communities in the zone. Arrowhead Ranch is an established neighborhood just outside of Dripping Springs proper, popular for its spacious lots and relaxed Hill Country character. Heritage brings a solid mix of home styles and sizes with convenient access to Dripping Springs amenities and the US-290 corridor.
For buyers drawn to acreage living, the zone delivers in impressive fashion. Mesa Verde Texas offers large parcels that put you in the middle of the Hill Country without sacrificing proximity to excellent schools and the city. Creek Road Ranch, Hurlbut Ranch West, and Bunker Ranch are similarly oriented toward buyers who want genuine elbow room, with properties that celebrate the natural beauty of the terrain. Closer in, Northridge and Fleetwood Condominiums offer more compact options for buyers who want to be near the heart of Dripping Springs. The zone also encompasses a significant inventory of raw land and farm properties, making it a destination for custom home builders and those drawn to the agricultural heritage of the Hill Country. This variety is one of the Walnut Springs zone's defining strengths: buyers with very different visions can find a home that fits within the same exceptional school attendance boundary.
School Feeder Pattern
One of the first questions parents ask when evaluating an elementary school is what comes next. In the Walnut Springs zone, the answer is a strong one. Students move from Walnut Springs Elementary to Dripping Springs Middle School for sixth through eighth grade, then on to Dripping Springs High School for their 9-12 years. All three campuses operate within Dripping Springs ISD, which means a consistent educational philosophy and a network of peers that grows alongside students through their entire K-12 journey. Dripping Springs High School has built a strong regional reputation for competitive athletics, an award-winning fine arts department, and excellent college preparation outcomes. The continuity of this feeder pattern is a genuine advantage for students and households who value stability and long-term community connection. Buying within the Walnut Springs zone means choosing an entire K-12 educational pathway, not just an elementary school.
Community & Lifestyle
Life in the Walnut Springs zone puts you squarely in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, and that shapes the daily experience in the best possible ways. Dripping Springs has evolved from a small crossroads town into a genuine regional destination, anchored by craft breweries, Hill Country wineries, farm-to-table dining, and a charming downtown that hosts community events and seasonal markets throughout the year. The city has attracted passionate local business owners, artisans, and restaurateurs, giving it a cultural vitality that is uncommon for a town of its size. Outdoor recreation is a major draw in this zone. Hamilton Pool Preserve is just down the road, and Pedernales Falls State Park, the Barton Creek Greenbelt, and dozens of Hill Country swimming holes are all within easy reach for weekend adventures. Wimberley is accessible to the south, adding Hill Country art galleries, the Wimberley Glassworks, and the beloved Blue Hole to your list of nearby destinations. Driftwood is practically a neighbor, home to the legendary Salt Lick BBQ and a cluster of acclaimed wineries and distilleries along the Driftwood Wine Trail.
Commuters heading to Austin will find US-290 and Ranch Road 12 as the primary corridors, connecting the zone to the city's employment centers in a manageable drive. Buda and Kyle are accessible to the southeast for additional retail, dining, and services. For buyers exploring the full range of the Austin metro, our team at Neuhaus Realty Group is glad to help you compare the Walnut Springs zone against other options across the broader Austin area homes for sale.
Real Estate in the Walnut Springs Zone
The housing stock within the Walnut Springs attendance zone reflects the broad, open character of the Hill Country west of Austin. Buyers will find master-planned communities with resort amenities alongside sprawling acreage ranches, working farm properties, and custom estate homes that take full advantage of the terrain and views. New construction has been active in the zone in recent years, with builders including Tri Pointe Homes, Drees Custom Homes, M/I Homes, and Scott Felder Homes all contributing inventory in communities like Caliterra and Arrowhead Ranch. Resale homes in established neighborhoods offer mature landscaping, strong community ties, and often more flexibility in lot size and configuration. The large lots that characterize many properties in this zone give the area a spacious, unhurried feel that sets it apart from denser suburban alternatives closer to Austin. Land listings provide excellent options for buyers who want to build custom, and the farm and ranch properties scattered throughout the outer portions of the zone add to its distinctly Hill Country identity.
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